Speaking of the New Year's Day, is Hakone Ekiden.Since my university was also participating, I went to cheer with my friend.
Ekidens are long-distance road relays. The distance and the number of runners vary according to each competition. In many races, including the Hakone Ekiden, each runner covers about 20 kilometers, roughly the distance of a half-marathon. Instead of a baton, a tasuki (sash) is handed from one runner to the next. Hakone Ekiden is undoubtedly the most well-known of all the ekiden races held in Japan. The first ever Hakone Ekiden dates back to 1920, and except for a few years during and after the war, it has taken place during the New Year holidays ever since.
お正月の風物詩といえば箱根駅伝ですね。
私の母校も出場しているので友人と応援に行ってきました。
It is the first district.
一区なのでまだ集団走ですね。
They passed quickly in front of my eyes.
Their dashing and running appearances are all dignified. Every university wants Tasuki to be connected and to finish.
目の前をあっという間に駆け抜けていきました。
颯爽と走る姿はみな凛々しいです。どの大学もタスキを繋いで完走して欲しいものです。
I also took a picture as I came close to Tokyo Tower.
ついでに東京タワーの近くまで来たので
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